CentennialvsOmega
Centennial (dual purpose) and Omega (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Centennial
Alpha acid
7–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Omega
Alpha acid
9–10%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
-
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Centennial
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Omega
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Centennial
PineCitrusFloralGrapefruitTangerine
Only in Omega
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Property
| Property | Centennial | Omega |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–12% | 9–10% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | 29% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | 52–54% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 16–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | 4–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |